I see a lot of 2.5%-3% commissions of course everything is negotiable. The fact that you are willing to co-operate with an agent is something worth noting. Most serious buyers are already aligned with an agent.... more

ABSOLUTELY!!!!!!!!
In fact, it is one of my requirements after the 2nd time out with buyers is to have the pre-approval letter in hand or working with a lender who is actively working to get the pre-approval to the buyers.
In some cases, your listing agent may ask one of his/her's preferred lenders to have them get pre-approved through them. Now, you as the buyer do not have to use the agent's lender. It is a good idea to have a second eyes on paperwork. You never know what someone may think is okay for a loan, then not okay within the pending process and you as the seller must start all over again.
When I work with the buyers, I always put it as apart of the offer. It shows to the seller that yes, this buyer is approved and is serious to make this offer.
Nancy

This is one of the consequences of losing control of your homes data.
You should have been asked if you wanted your homes data syndicated to advertising websites like Truilia and Zillow when your agent was preparing the submission to the MLS.

If you said YES to syndicating to non-professional websites, you have forfeited control of your homes information. Folks can do what ever they want with this data, and you agreed.

With just a little more thought you should be able to see the peril and hazard that has been created for you and the future buyer.

If the consequences of syndication had not been properly disclosed to you, you should contact your attorney and hold the agent, broker and franchise responsible. The broker and franchise have a compelling interest in imposing on your agent the requirement to syndicate.

Now, you must place a NOT FOR RENT sign in your front yard. When that family appears on your driveway in the UHaul truck asking you to return the $2,500 they sent, you will become more aware of the hazard created when allow your homes data to appear on non-professional, advertising websites.... more

Hi Dustin, the rising interest rates will definitely have an impact on the resale value but they are also other factors to consider (demographics, location of the property, etc). It's hard to answer your questions without having an exact idea of the property. Prices have already stabilized in a lot of areas in San Diego county. There are also things you can do to insure that you get to sell your home for the highest price possible (minor remodels, landscaping, etc). So I'd recommend you speak to several brokers and see what they all tell you. I hope this helps.... more

HA!!! That's nothing compared to what I'm having to shell out prior to escrow closing on the condo I'm selling. I have two HOA's and, are you ready for this, I had to pay $1344 for the HOA docs that are going to the seller!!!!!!!
There should be laws regulated how much money can be charged for this, as this is absolutely ludicrous!!!!!... more

I would sell now. I think there is a good probability for flat prices in 2015, if not a small decline. Every month the Case Shiller year over year appreciation rates are getting smaller and smaller, so the trend is point to a flattening or decline. Also in many areas in CA the month to month Case Shiller has gone negative.... more

You should definitely consider using a Realtor. You would have a better chance at getting more for your home, as a realtor will advertise on the MLS for you, which will give you a bigger audience.... more

Since your home is probably in many portals, each portal may have a View Count. Another focal point is how many people have downloaded your disclosures. This may be a better indicator of serious interest.